C,DH - Atlanta Braves
- Age 25
- Missouri State
- Bats: L
- Throws: R
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Drake Baldwin went 1-for-5 with a solo homer in Tuesday's 7-2 loss to the Giants.
Fantasy Impact
Tuesday's game between the Braves and Giants was postponed after just two innings due to weather, finishing up on Wednesday afternoon. Baldwin returned from a four-week stint on the IL during the Tuesday night portion, and he immediately crushed a 473-foot homer in his first at-bat back. The reigning NL Rookie of the Year is having a tremendous second season in the bigs and should be headed to his first All-Star game next month.
The Braves activated Drake Baldwin from the injured list.
Fantasy Impact
Baldwin concluded his rehab assignment over the weekend. Austin Wynns was optioned as the corresponding move.
Drake Baldwin (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Gwinnett on Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Baldwin has been taking batting practice this week and will soon head out for some in-game action. If all goes well this weekend, the reigning NL Rookie of the Year could rejoin the Braves' lineup as soon as Tuesday.
Drake Baldwin is scheduled to take live batting practice on Thursday and Friday.
Fantasy Impact
If all goes well, Baldwin will begin a rehab assignment this weekend.
Drake Baldwin told reporters he has just started doing some baseball activities.
Fantasy Impact
Baldwin has not been cleared for dry swings. He remains without a clear timetable to return.
